Halogenated Phenol groups reacting with Sodium Methoxide via SN2?

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Halogenated Phenol groups reacting with Sodium Methoxide via SN2?

Which of the following undergoes Sn2 reaction with sodium methoxide most rapidly?

a. PhBr
b. PhCH2Br
c. PhCBr
d. PhCH2CH2Br
e. PhCH2CH2CH2Br

I think it is 'e', but I cannot find a reference in my textbook yet that backs that up.

2007-05-15 17:21:53 · 1 answers · asked by jeanettervetr 2 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Chemistry

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b. PhCH2Br

Most stable carbocation.

2007-05-16 06:33:30 · answer #1 · answered by ag_iitkgp 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋